I love street people photography in an everyday natural environment. Although I like many I shot of the 1200+ at the Gold Coast Marathon, (42 kilometres/26 miles) this one is my favourite. I was at the half way point so I could capture the strain and pain of the runners starting to show.

The physique of this guy does not lend itself to the image of a marathon runner but I admire him for having a go. John was placed 4,509 out of 4,531 finishers, a great effort, name from shirt.